Edward Murphy's Linkedin Analytics

A highly strategic and results orientated Purchasing manager with particular strengths in the management of international suppliers, the delivery of cost reduction programmes, and the application of modern sourcing techniques in the Construction, Marketing, Technology, Retail and Design sectors. Excellent Leadership and Management skills in the coaching, motivating and structuring of multi-disciplinary teams, and in the appraisal process to monitor performance, setting new targets and objectives Exceptional Stakeholder Management skills in presenting to Board Members, influencing internal colleagues, negotiating with suppliers, and advising customers, demonstrating the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships Strong analytical and evaluation skills in identifying opportunities for improvement, to initiate new creative and innovative ideas, and in the execution of detailed planning to deliver and implement the projects Outstanding ability in the rationalisation of products and suppliers, to partner and collaborate with vendors to produce sustainable contractual agreements and improved systems and processes.